Caretaker

Licensed sponsor Helsby Part-time Posted 22 hours ago

The Vacancy

We are looking to recruit a Caretaker to join the team at our Head Office in Helsby, Cheshire.

This is a part-time role (15 - 20 hours per week, 3 - 4 hours per day) working Monday to Friday. You will look after 3 office locations across Helsby.

Responsibilities

General gardening, litter picking, maintaining outdoor furniture and all external areas
Health & Safety compliance by assisting safety officer with weekly fire alarm testing, legionella testing (training provided), monthly emergency lighting checks and a daily office inspection
Replacing light bulbs, tubes and batteries and testing battery-powered devices and replacing batteries as required
Repairing door handles, locks and hinges, adjusting door closers, fixing loose fixtures and fittings
Basic plumbing repairs (e.g., replacing tap washers, fixing minor leaks) and unblocking sinks and drains
Minor carpentry repairs, hanging notice boards, signs and pictures
Checking and maintaining kitchen areas, keeping coffee machines running and stocked, cleaning ventilation grilles and extractor fans
Managing waste and recycling
Maintaining storage areas and ensuring they are safe to use
Routine building inspections to identify defects early
Monitoring heating and cooling systems and reporting issues
Maintaining stocks of maintenance and cleaning supplies and informing line manager/reception
Keeping tools and equipment organised and serviceable
Ad-hoc tasks set by Reception/Office Manager

Person Specification

Good knowledge and practical skills for gardening and DIY
Caretaker/Cleaning experience preferred but not essential
Be flexible to changing demands of the post
Take pride in a job well done, committed to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
Willing to undertake any training relevant to the role
Ability to manage time effectively
Initiative and the ability to work without supervision, but as part of a team

Salary and Benefits

National minimum wage
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance
A flexible benefits programme

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.

The Company

RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?